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Rare Titanic launch ticket could fetch £50,000 at auction

By Rod Minchin and Press Association — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:49:00 GMT

A unique day ticket to view the ill-fated Titanic on the day of its departure from Southampton is expected to fetch up to £50,000 at auction.

'We can deal with proposals, payouts and lenders': Belfast husband-and-wife team launches motor finance business to support Northern Ireland dealers

Claire Cartmill — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:42:48 GMT

CarMoney NI aims to support dealerships across Northern Ireland with finance products, technology and local expertise

Co Antrim: Vacant guesthouse earmarked for use as a supported residential centre for people living with addiction

Michelle Weir and Local Democracy Reporter — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:21:15 GMT

A planning application has been made to Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for a proposed change of use from a guesthouse to a supported residential centre.

'Something very special indeed': Northern Ireland PR group expands into London with major agency acquisition

Claire Cartmill — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:31:25 GMT

ModusBPCM becomes part of Ardmore Group after almost four decades as an independent agency

'We've got something for everyone': Boots unveils major beauty and wellness revamp at Northern Ireland shopping centre

Claire Cartmill — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:44:17 GMT

Customers are invited to celebrate the refurbished store with a DJ, promotions and giveaways

'One of the most important parts of the store': Dobbies gives Northern Ireland restaurant and coffee shop a new look following Antrim closure

Claire Cartmill — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:20:29 GMT

Lisburn refurbishment adds 90 seats as first phase of six-month improvement programme

'I’ve always believed that stories help us understand places and people': Blue Lights star shines a light on Northern Ireland tour guiding milestone

Claire Cartmill — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:51:37 GMT

Declan Lawn named organisation’s first Honorary President as Tour Guides NI celebrates decade of growth

'Making our ambitions a reality': Northern Ireland construction firm wins top UK award for environmental commitment

Claire Cartmill — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:27:37 GMT

Gilbert-Ash recognised at the Building Awards 2026 for its sustainability strategy and progress in reducing carbon emissions

'We are delighted': Belfast biotech firm secures £45,000 project with global pharmaceutical company

Claire Cartmill — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 09:04:52 GMT

Fusion Antibodies secures a £45,000-plus antibody engineering project, using its proprietary RAMP technology for an established pharmaceutical client.

'Growing and acquiring a business is a big step': Northern Ireland dentist strengthens his bite in County Down with second practice acquisition

Claire Cartmill — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:53:34 GMT

Danske Bank-backed deal sees Dr Richard Morrison acquire Fifteen Dental in Downpatrick, expanding his business and bringing specialist implant and orthodontic treatments to more patient

'Every patient is special': Belfast anaesthetist awarded MBE by The Princess Royal for voluntary services

Claire Cartmill & Lucy Pieterse — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:36:28 GMT

The award was announced in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours for Michael’s voluntary services to the Christian healthcare charity, Mercy Ships

Countdown Champion Stewart Holden Celebrates Ten Years As Quizmaster

Ciaran Mullan — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:33:02 GMT

As Northern Ireland’s longest-running pub quiz, the Wednesday-night fixture has brought people together for more than three decades